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1 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM SHARE SELECTION Click here to print New book, 'Blood Feud' alleges that Bill Clinton hates Barack Obama for accusing him of being racist Book lifts lid on the ongoing

1 1 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM SHARE SELECTION Click here to print New book, 'Blood Feud' alleges that Bill Clinton hates Barack Obama for accusing him of being racist Book lifts lid on the ongoing animosity between the Democratic Party's two power couples Outlines how Barack Obama teases the Clintons over his endorsement of Hillary for 216 Claims that Michelle calls Hillary 'HIldebeest' and gossips about her with friends Book reveals that President Obama has told the Clintons that Michelle would be a good president By James Nye Published: 1:55 EST, 22 June 214 Updated: 13:58 EST, 22 June 214

2 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM Hate: Bill Clinton allegedly hates Barack Obama and this animosity stems from accusations of racism against the former president during Obama's 28 defeat of Hillary Clinton

2 2 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM Hate: Bill Clinton allegedly hates Barack Obama and this animosity stems from accusations of racism against the former president during Obama's 28 defeat of Hillary Clinton The simmering cauldron of hatred that exists between the Obamas and the Clintons threatens to explode in a volcanic eruption that could threaten all Democrat chances in 216, says a sensational new book. Despite their much-vaunted public truce, journalist Edward Klein claims in 'Blood Feud' that Bill Clinton despises President Obama and that Michelle refers to Hillary behind closed doors as the 'Hildebeest'. The animosity between the Democratic Party's two power couples has reached such intensity that Klein says the president is willing to renege on his promise to endorse Hillary for 216 and has teased the Clintons with suggestions that Michelle would be a strong candidate for the Oval Office. Dating back to then Senator Obama's defeat of Hillary Clinton for the 28 Democratic nomination they believed was theirs, Bill has never forgiven Obama for allegations he made during that bitter campaign. 'I hate that man Obama more than any man I've ever met, more than any man who ever lived,' said Bill Clinton to a friend after Obama suggested he was a racist in 28 according to Klein's book, excerpts of which appear in The New York Post. Indeed, despite President Obama bringing Hillary into his cabinet as Secretary of State after his storming victory in 28, her presence only proved to antagonize relations between the two couples.

3 3 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM Gossip and teasing: According to Edward Klein, Michelle Obama likes to make fun of Hillary Clinton over a glass of wine at the end of the day

4 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM No love lost; Despite having her in his cabinet as Secretary of State, President Clinton is wavering over his endorsement of Hillary Clinton (both seen here in 211) for the

4 4 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM No love lost; Despite having her in his cabinet as Secretary of State, President Clinton is wavering over his endorsement of Hillary Clinton (both seen here in 211) for the 216 nomination According to an account of Klein's explosive allegations in The New York Post, Michelle Obama would sit in the evenings with her trusted adviser, Valerie Jarrett to gossip and make fun of Hillary over a bottle of Chardonnay. They nicknamed Hillary the 'Hildebeest', in reference to the ugly and sturdy gnu that is often seen wandering the Serengeti. In the run up to the 212 election, President Obama's campaign team advised the sitting president that he needed to utilize the sure-touch of Bill Clinton if he wanted to secure a second term.

5 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM Controversial: Edward Klein's new book lays bare the anger and hatred at the heart of the relationship between the Clintons and the Obamas Loathe to do this, President Obama

5 5 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM Controversial: Edward Klein's new book lays bare the anger and hatred at the heart of the relationship between the Clintons and the Obamas Loathe to do this, President Obama finally asked the former president to play a round of golf with him in September 211, to ask for his help. 'I m not going to enjoy this,' Bill told Hillary according to Klein. 'I ve had two successors since I left the White House Bush and Obama and I ve heard more from Bush, asking for my advice, than I ve heard from Obama. I have no relationship with the president none whatsoever,' Clinton said. 'I really can t stand the way Obama always seems to be hectoring when he talks to me. 'Sometimes we just stare at each other. It s pretty damn awkward. Now we both have favors to ask each other, and it s going to be very unpleasant. But I ve got to get this guy to owe me and to be on our side.' The golf game was petty, tetchy and not without incident. President Clinton immediately tried to claim the upper hand by reminding Obama that he presided over an economic golden age, while Obama was struggling to affect any change during the Great Recession. Hammering home his point, Bill Clinton told President Obama that obviously he and Hillary would be running for president in 216 and that his wife would be 'the most qualified, most experienced candidate, perhaps in history.'

6 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM This rankled with President Obama, acutely aware of any attacks on his relative inexperience on walking into the White House.

6 6 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM This rankled with President Obama, acutely aware of any attacks on his relative inexperience on walking into the White House. 'And so Bill continued to talk about Hillary s qualifications... and the coming campaign in 216,' writes Klein as featured in The New York Post. Deal: According to Edward Klein, Bill Clinton agreed to fully campaign for Barack Obama on the proviso he supported his wife in 216 'But Barack didn t bite. He changed the subject several times. Then suddenly, Barack said something that took Bill by complete surprise. He said, You know, Michelle would make a great presidential candidate, too. 'Bill was speechless. Was Barack comparing Michelle s qualifications to Hillary s? 'Bill said that if he hadn t been on a mission to strike a deal with Barack, he might have stormed off the golf course then and there.' A deal was struck nonetheless. Bill delivered a barnstorming speech to the Democratic National Convention, which threatened to upstage the president himself. However, the Clintons both felt that the president was wavering in his commitment to endorse Hillary for 216 as his side of the bargain. In an effort to smooth over the rising tensions, the Obamas hosted the Clintons on March 1, 213 at a dinner - the

7 7 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM day that the $85billion 'sequester' budget cuts went into effect. The meal could go down as the moment that all bets were off in the two couple's political marriage of necessity. According to Klein, who spoke to those with knowledge of the dinner, Bill couldn't help hectoring the president about his handling of the economy. Hillary, attempting to change the subject asked Michelle if it was true she might copy her and run as a Senator, in Illinois, after her husband left office. Michelle demurred to answer and allegedly Bill was stunned that Hillary would have shown her hand so openly. The back-and-forth between the four grew steadily more icy. Tetchy: The two Democrats endure an icy relationship which is not helped by their enduring animosity towards each other Bill suggested that the president turn over his much-vaunted social media enabled campaign know-how to the Democratic party at large. 'You have to use your organization to aid the candidate in 216,' Bill pressed Obama. 'Really?' replied a sarcastic Obama, according to Klein. Things deteriorated as President Clinton continued to lecture the table as the president began to ignore his guests

8 8 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM and check his Blackberry. According to Klein, Hillary tried to change the subject again and asked if Barack Obama was happy he wouldn't have to campaign again, especially because he didn't seem to like it. 'For a guy who doesn t like it,' Obama replied, 'I ve done pretty well.' Marriage of necessity: The Clintons fear that the Obamas will renege on their promise to support Hillary in 216 'Well,' Bill said according to Klein in The New York Post, 'I was glad to pitch in and help get you re-elected.' The after-effects of that meal are still being felt. The Clintons have become convinced that Obama will not back Hillary for 216 and that he is seeking to endorse Vice-President Joe Biden or a new, young politician, just like he was. 'He s convinced himself he s been a brilliant president, and wants to clone himself to find his Mini-Me,' says Bill Clinton to Chelsea according to Klein. 'He s hunting for someone to succeed him, and he believes the American people don t want to vote for someone who s been around for a long time. He thinks that your mother and I are what he calls "so 2th century". He s looking for another Barack Obama.'

9 9 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM Read more: Comments (652) Share what you think View all Newest Oldest Best rated Worst rated Nowt the wiser, Land of the permanently loony, United States, moments ago And so it begins,by the time the election year comes around we'll be reading about how the Obamas were sacrificing babies to Moloch in the White House basement TrevH, Belfast, moments ago Obama is a total lightweight when compared to Clinton. He promised so much and delivered so little and what little he did deliver he delivered it in a shockingly poor semblance of what it was supposed to be. Still it could have been worse... Mitt Romney or John McCain could have been president in his place, and Obamacare was better for Americans than nothing (and they will eventually come to see that) but it should have went much further. No healthcare system is perfect by any means, but what the US has is nothing short of a tragedy for the American people. Unparalleled, Adelaide, Australia, 6 minutes ago "Hildebeest"... that's just too funny!!! 4 Agent_7, you will never know, United States, 6 minutes ago the Obamas are a "power couple"??? bwahahaha!!! 1 2 Lucky Luka, New Harlem, Wallis And Futuna, 8 minutes ago

10 1 of 11 6/22/214 6:35 PM Funny to see that the DM attracts a particular kind of American reader, who is in fact not representative of 'the American public', going by who actually DID win (legitimately, other than some recent republican) the presidential elections TWICE. Red arrow away and prove my point, LOL. 1 3 Jonathan Miller, newton, United States, 13 minutes ago Sounds like the Clintons got brushed off as the poor cousins and useful idiots. You know, the same thing that they have been doing to America? Clinton has his millions and millions but it seems money doesn't buy respect. Barack, the Mooch, Bill and Hill, all need to realize they aren't leaders. They are the puppets for billionaires, who tell them what to do. We need to roll back the Federal Powers who are now saying journalists cannot take pictures of this or that, due to safety concerns. Sounds like a violation of the Freedom of Speech, and the right to assemble. After they shut up the news people, it is gun grabbing time... 4 indrid cold, Melbourne, Australia, 13 minutes ago doesn't it ever occur to clinton that he is regarded as a complete joke and his presidency was the most shameful in the history of the presidency? 4 3 bk88898, Philly PA USA, 17 minutes ago Welcome to the club Bill. 6 eagle eyes, London, United Kingdom, 17 minutes ago I like Bill Clinton, I know his wife is sharp as well, no wars under his command and he was well liked around the Globe... the Obamas a bunch of puppets on a string, no real policy or get up and go in my opinion. 1 6 Synchro, Rainbow City, United States, 17 minutes ago Wildabeast and Hildabeast. Nice.

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